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Acquisitions Editor (MY)

  • Part Time, onsite
  • WORLD SCIENTIFIC PUBLISHING CO PTE LTD
  • Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
Salary undisclosed

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Primary Responsibilities shall include but not limited to:

  • Acquire academic contents in STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering & Mathematics).
  • Responsible for full editorial process from commissioning, manuscript submission to publication.
  • Develop new areas that complement Company’s existing focus areas.
  • Maintain positive collaborative relationships with all stakeholders including existing/potential authors, reviewers, contributors, key advisers, potential textbook adopters, and colleagues in various divisions.
  • Monitoring market demand, advising future trends, risks, and opportunities.
  • Participate in the marketing and promotional activities as required.
  • Where appropriate, represent World Scientific Publishing at external conferences and events.
  • Any ad hoc projects when necessary and assigned.

Requirements

  • University degree in STEM.
  • At least 3 years’ experience in academic publishing with track record in acquiring STEM titles.
  • Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
  • Ability to work independently as well as a team player in a dynamic, international environment.
  • Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously amid tight deadlines.
  • Excellent organizational skills and detail-oriented.

Job Types: Full-time, Contract, Freelance

Schedule:

  • Monday to Friday